{"title":"Jennifer Berney","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the heartfelt narratives of \u003cem\u003eJennifer Berney\u003c\/em\u003e, a standout voice in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir genre. With a focus on deeply personal storytelling, Jennifer Berney offers readers a glimpse into the intricacies of life, love, and family dynamics. Her works invite introspection and empathy, encouraging readers to explore the multifaceted experiences that shape individual journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Other Mothers\u003c\/strong\u003e, delves into the challenges and triumphs of building a family within a same-sex partnership. This memoir is celebrated for its candid exploration of motherhood, identity, and the pursuit of belonging. Berney's writing is characterised by its warmth, honesty, and ability to resonate with a wide array of audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you navigate through Jennifer Berney's collection, prepare for an intimate journey that enlightens and engages, making her stories both compelling and relatable. Her works are a testament to the power of personal narratives in understanding the diverse tapestry of human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-other-mothers-by-jennifer-berney-9781728222837","title":"The Other Mothers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA riveting exploration of one lesbian couple's struggles with fertility and how they navigated a patriarchal medical community to build a family together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn LGBTQ memoir about one couple's struggles to defy the patriarchy and redefine the nuclear family, \u003cem\u003eThe Other Mothers\u003c\/em\u003e dives into the history and social challenges queer couples face when trying to make a family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJenn Berney was one of those people who knew she was destined for motherhood—it wasn't a question of if, but when. So when she and her wife Kelly decided to start building their family, they took the next logical step—they went to a fertility clinic. But they soon found themselves entrenched in a medical establishment that didn't know what to do with people like them. With no man factoring into their relationship, doctors were at best embarrassed and at worst disparaging of the couple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoon Jenn found herself stepping outside of the system determined to disregard her. Looking into the history of fertility and the LGBTQ+ community, she saw echoes of her own struggle. For decades, queer people have defied the patriarchy and redefined the nuclear family—and Jenn was walking in their footsteps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the ups and downs of her own journey, Jenn reflects on a turbulent past that has led her to this point and a bright future worth fighting for. With clarity, determination, and hope, \u003cem\u003eThe Other Mothers\u003c\/em\u003e gives us a wonderful glimpse into the many ways we can become family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46380214485228,"sku":"9781728222837","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8559003482803.jpg?v=1744846508"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jennifer-berney.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}